20 Along the Forth
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About the race
20 Along the Forth is a 20 mile (32.2 km) marathon training run that starts at Cargilfield School in Barnton, Edinburgh and follows a loop via Dalmeny Estate, South Queensferry and across the Forth Road Bridge before returning to Barnton. The route is mostly tarmac with some runnable estate roads, approximately 75% tarmac and 25% estate roads, and about 1,150 ft (350 m) of overall undulation. There are no road closures for this event.
Entry is limited to a maximum of 1,000 runners and the minimum age is 18. Wave starts are organised by target finish time groups including under 3 hours, 3 to 4 hours, and 4 to 4.5 hours. The entry fee is £30 with an optional £1 charity donation.
The event provides chip timing, a finisher medal and event memento, and post run fuel including wraps, sandwiches, sweet treats, water and tea. The route is fully marked and marshalled, with water stations at miles 5.5 and 14.5 and first aid cover. Practical information includes free on street parking and parking in the school grounds, and Lothian Bus number 47 serves the area. The event partners with The MS Society Scotland and began as a fundraiser and awareness activity in 2019. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
